Scottie to the Letter

06/08/2017

Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon.
Reviewer has been to campus.

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Campus Safety

Awesome. They have the help of actual Decatur police, rather than hired police by the college. Older students will attest to the fact that if you are walking back to your dorm and you don't feel safe, the police for our college will happily help you out.

Greek Life

I don't actually know if there is a Greek life at Agnes, but I can honestly tell you that I don't think there is really a point. I mean, the whole school is probably like a sorority in the fact that it's an all women's college.

Clubs and Activities

I haven't actually attended yet but I assume it's great. I mean, they have archery!!

Great for these types of students

It's honestly great for anybody who wants to go. Except, of course, boys.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

-Honor Code: The honor code is what makes life at Agnes guaranteed to be pretty great. It "is founded on the support, the mature judgment and the personal integrity of each student." It includes a ceremony in which you sign and become an official Scottie. -Black Cat: It's a week-long tradition that originally started in 1915 as a prank between first-year students and sophomore's. Now, it's basically a week-long Agnes festival type week with a final dance to cap it off at the end. There are loads more but these are all that I can think of for now!

Bang for the buck

Things you don't realize you get when you pay the tuition: -Amazing food -The "Journey" experience where you can go out of the country at the end of your Freshman year to experience what you have been studying in school. -Help all along the way. You get a little group of advisors who will help you figure out what you want to do with yourself after Agnes, and who will help you get there. They help you out all four years. -Pretty amazing teachers. They care. The classes are small and usually have about 15 people in them, but the bigger classes can have thirty. The teachers are pretty much always willing to help tutor you, and that's pretty cool. -You can choose when you take your finals. There is a whole week dedicated to finals, but of course, you can choose when during those days is best for you, especially if you know you have really hard courses.

What to do for fun

Literally anything. Agnes has a bajillion amazing clubs and it's a stones throw from Atlanta. Surrounding Agnes is an artsy area called Decatur, and it's amazing. There are great stores, restaurants, and lots of art festivals. In Atlanta, there are parks, stores, festivals, etc. I mean, you name it. It seems pretty great!

Food and Dining

I ate there when experiencing the campus, and honestly, the food is like heaven. I mean, it's freaking amazing. Breakfast is great. You have so much to choose from. You can have omelets, scrambled eggs, cereal, potatoes, muffins, etc. I mean, think of something you want, and it's probably there. It's just incredible. However, Breakfast ends around like 8 or 9, I think, so if you don't wake up early, you don't get any.

Dorm Life

I went on campus, and here's the deal: It's one room with two beds, but the room is super spacious. The floors are wooden, and wall space is abundant. There are pretty big windows, and also, the closets for first years are huge. You get separate closets! You cannot have a refrigerator, microwave, toaster oven, etc. in your room unless you have a pre-existing medical condition that requires you to have those things. Agnes expects all of the students to stay in the dorms all four years of their college experience, but you can also commute. You just have to tell them, of course. The bathrooms are community bathrooms in the first year dorm area. However, the bathrooms have stalls that go all the way down and have a big door so that nobody can see ANYTHING while you shower.

Academic Rigor

I plan on attending in the fall, but what I have heard from other students (older students) is that Agnes has very rigorous classes, but they are also very cool. For example, if you are having trouble in math, not only can you go to the student center for help, but you can also talk with your teacher about it and set up a tutoring time that works with both of your schedules. It's not like at other colleges where if you don't understand, you're screwed. Agnes is filled with a difficult course load but is also balanced out by teachers who actually care about you.

Tips for prospective students

*Tell the truth about what you have issues with. Agnes will help you work out what ever is happening in your life. For me, they extended their deadlines past a month because I couldn't afford to pay the deposit at first. *Don't be shy! Agnes has an amazing community of women who are amazing and kind. There is an important honor code at Agnes that everyone is supposed to follow, and even if they are just prospective students, you kind of tend to find that they are really cool and nice people anyways. *DON'T BE DAUNTED BY THE PRICE TO ATTEND. There is an amazing scholarship that you can use for up to four years. On top of that, Agnes has several other amazing scholarships to choose from after your first year. It's a very affordable school.

In three sentences

Agnes Scott College is a sense of community that you never knew you needed. Agnes is a place where you can be loved and accepted weather you are eccentric, or average. Agnes is an amazing school.

Good financial aid package and easy to find independent or part-time employment outside of campus.

What to do for fun

Watch Netflix, hang out with friends, go to outings, exercise or volunteer.

Food and Dining

Lots of vegan and vegetarian options are available.

Dorm Life

Most students respect quiet time. First-year dorms may be more active and louder.

Academic Rigor

Some classes are easier than others. Depends on the course and the professor.

Tips for prospective students

Don't be afraid to seek advice from other students and teachers in regards to the college process and during your entire college experience in general.

In three sentences

Agnes Scott is, overall, a great college in a great location. Through my time here, I have grew much as a person and received many opportunities. I would highly recommend to students who are career-focused and ambitious to change the world.

Jillian from Fayetteville, GA

There are a variety of clubs that engage in campus life and in the community.

Great for these types of students

Agnes Scott College is a wonderful place for young women to gain an education and challenge themselves.

Bang for the buck

Any young woman looking for a high academic liberal arts education and willing to challenge themselves will find Agnes Scott worth their time and money.

What to do for fun

There are always plenty of activities to do in the fall and spring. Clubs and organizations host events and parties. There have been a few DJ's that have come to campus to play music where the students can relax and listen to music or dance. The music department hosts several small concerts throughout both semesters. The campus is also located near Atlanta, leaving plenty of other options to go out into the city.

All of the dorms are located on campus, so they're easy to walk to. Most of the dorms are old, which is great for aesthetic beauty but could be improved in comfort. Two dorm buildings don't have air conditioning. They could be updated with new equipment and furniture. The RA's are helpful and willing to lend a hand.

Academic Rigor

At Agnes Scott, the academic rigor is high. Studying and thinking critically is especially important. Class curriculum does not simply consist of memorizing material. Students are expected to think about the topic and question it, analyzing the argument and noting its strengths and weaknesses.

Tips for prospective students

Prospective students should be prepared to read, to think critically, and to write. They should also be prepared to get to know the professors really well and to feel free to ask them for advice or help. Future students will be able to become part of a small but close community of people.

In three sentences

Agnes Scott college is a place of high standards and academics where students are challenged to think critically and to become leaders. It is a place where students can freely discuss important issues and topics and have a thorough discussion on them. Because it is an all women's college, young women are able to focus on their studies and become active members in their community.

Alexis

01/07/2015

Reviewer is A current student here.

4 out of 4 people found this review useful.
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What to do for fun

There are events on campus every day. Go to a few of them and see which one interests you the most then see which campus organization hosted the event so that you can join it. Downtown Decatur is just across the railroad tracks, so there is always something to do even off campus.

Food and Dining

The manager of the dining hall and Mollies takes suggestions and critiques so that he can ensure that we get a better experience in both food places.

Dorm Life

The resident assistants make sure that everyone is adjusting comfortably and that we have enough floor/dorm gatherings to get to know each other better. These are rules set for each dorm and floor to ensure that there are no problems.

Academic Rigor

The professors and learning assistants are very helpful and useful when you need help on anything.

Tips for prospective students

Do not apply here if you do not want to be challenged or if you want an easy A.

In three sentences

This college is academically challenging in a positive way. The sense of community is strong on campus. The professor-to-student ratio is great, and the learning center is very helpful.

Brianna from Decatur, Georgia

12/03/2014

Reviewer is A current student here.

4 out of 4 people found this review useful.
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Campus Safety

Public Safety on our campus are actual police officers. They are friendly and always helpful. If you need a ride back from Marta (the subway) at midnight and don't want to walk in the dark, they will come pick you up. They make you feel even more safe on a nearly crime free campus. As you are at Agnes, you will get to know the public safety officers personally and they genuinely care about Agnes students and our safety.

Greek Life

We do not have greek life.

Clubs and Activities

There are clubs for everything and everyone has an opportunity to start a club or get a leadership position in an existing one. IF you have an interest, there is probably a club.

Great for these types of students

Everyone. There is very little discrimination. All races and sexual identities are accepted and loved.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Black Cat is our homecoming week that has everything from plays mocking Agnes, dance competitions, rushing the quad (literally throwing colorful trash all over the quad), a bonfire where you dress up as your class mascot, and a formal.

Bang for the buck

It may not be cheap, but the personalized and competitive academics will get you ahead. There are so many study abroad and internship opportunities. An Agnes education is exactly whatever you put into it.

What to do for fun

There is always something going on at Agnes. There are so many clubs on campus that there is always somewhere to be (usually with free food). Also, being located so close to Atlanta and having accessible public transportation, you can easily go to a Braves game or the aquarium.

Food and Dining

If you leave Evans dining hall hungry, you must be crazy. There is food for all types of dietary restrictions and it tastes better than any college food I have ever seen. Even when Evans is closed you can go to Mollie's cafe which has burgers, fries, wraps, and whatever veggies you want on them.

Dorm Life

Dorms are cleaned frequently. They are a lot better than most colleges I visited, but it is still a college dorm.

Academic Rigor

Academically, Agnes is not for the lazy. You will have hard classes, but you will learn so much. The courses are challenging, but most definitely manageable!

Tips for prospective students

Come to Agnes! I had many public large colleges on my lists and talking to my friends who went to them, I am getting so much more out of my education. You aren't just a number or a paycheck here at Agnes. Your professors will know your name and they care about you. If they notice you missing a lot of classes, they will email you to make sure you are feeling well or offer to extend deadlines if you are sick. Within my first semester on campus, I was already talking about internships and my future with advisers and professors. If you want to come to Agnes, there is a way you can make the payments.

In three sentences

Aesthetically Agnes Scott is like being transported to Hogwarts. The professors, staff, and other students are always willing to work with you and happy to do so. The tuition isn't cheap, but financial aid will do everything possible to work with you to get you here and keep you here.

Shakira from Lithonia, GA

We have our own campus security, they can be seen patrolling the campus or in the student parking lots. Because the campus is so small and such a tight nit community their is really no crime.

Clubs and Activities

There is a club for everything here. Interested in biology, there's a club for that. Love anime and manga, there's a club for that as well.

Great for these types of students

Great for women who want a more intimate class setting where the professors know you by name. Great for those of you who want rigorous but rewarding classes. If you're the studious type there are plenty of quiet places to study.

Bang for the buck

Agnes Scott is worth every cent you put into it. The teachers are first rate, campus life is great. There is always something going on, whether it be on campus, in Decatur, or Atlanta every thing is really close by.

What to do for fun

Join a club, visit Downtown Decatur for shopping, go to the Decatur Library for non-academic reading. Catch a concert or go see a guest speaker.

Food and Dining

There are two places on campus to eat. Mollies and the Dining Hall. Both provide good food. Mollies is the campus diner and I love the food, while the dinning hall is more buffet style.

Dorm Life

I have no idea about the dorms as I am a commuter/day student. Which means I still live at home or in my own lodgings. But commuters are provided our own lounge that has a t.v, and a little kitchenette area.

Academic Rigor

The classes are pretty challenging, but you have nothing to worry about if you study and talk to your professors about concerns or concepts you have trouble grasping.

In three sentences

Great environment you feel welcome from the minute you step onto campus for your first tour to your first day of class. The beautiful campus shows you just how much work goes not just into appearances but the whole experience for it's students. There's always plenty of shopping as it's near Downtown Decatur, so you have the shops here and the MARTA train and bus station as well.

Catherine

11/04/2013

Reviewer is A current student here.

4 out of 4 people found this review useful.
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Campus Safety

Each stdent is equipt with an ID which enables them to get into buildings after hours. This ensures that no random people can walk around the buildings unknown. There are visable Agnes Scott police on campus 24/7 and on the back of everyone's ID is their number. Freshmen dorms require a student ID to enter them regardless of the time of day and all visitors for any student in any building must be chaperoned.

Greek Life

Agnes Scott does not have a Greek Life.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Agnes Scott is known for its Black Cat week which is a frendly competition between the classes to see who has the most spirit. Each class has a designated color (yellow, blue, red, or green) and a voted on mascot, both of which they keep for all four years. Various competitions such as decorations, field day, original song and dance, and dinner themes allow for the classes to earn points to determine the winner at the end of the week. Another very import tradition is the class ring tradition. The Agnes Scott ring has not chnaged for almost 60 years. There is a large cermony and dinner that occurs when sophmores recieve their rings in their Spring semester.

Bang for the buck

Despite Agnes Scott's hefty price tag, 90% of students have half or more than half of their tuition covered by the school. A degree from Agnes Scott looks very impressive to graduate schools and the college has a 98% accptance rate.

What to do for fun

Agnes Scott is located in Decatur, Georgia and is literally right across the street from downtown Decatur. There is easy acess to public transit for students with out a car. The school hosts many events free to students as well. If one wishes for a bigger setting, Decatur is less than 10 minutes from Atlanta and the colleges located in Atlanta (Emory, Georgia Tech., Spelman, ect.).

Food and Dining

Agnes Scott has three different places to grab food on campus and each place accepts food plans to pay for meals during the respective meal times. The main dining hall has a long food rotation cycle which ensures that certain main dishes don't repeat too often which allows for a larger variety of options. There is always a vegetarian/vegan station and each station will list whether of not their food has gluten or dairy and whether it not it falls undert the vegan or vegatarian deits. The next largest food place has grill-styled food and is meant for students ho need a grab and go type of meal. Their food is cooked as it is order and is known for its serving speed. It also sells smaller grab and go snacks such as cereal bowls, chips, candy, and trail mix type snacks. This food option also has a freezer which sells Ben and Jerry's icecream and frozen entrees. The final food option is the school's coffee cafe which sells Starbucks coffee and smoothies as well as a variety of pastries.

Dorm Life

Agnes Scott has communal styled dorms the include two to three students to a room with each hall sharing two bathroom/shower areas (usually with 4 showers and 7 toliets/sinks each) and a half kitchen (all of the normal appliances found in a kitchen except a stove and oven). There is always the oppertunity for upper classmen to live off campus in the school's appartment complex where up to four students share a 2 bedroom appartment that is fully furished and includes a full kitchen.

Academic Rigor

Agnes Scott is known for producing students who have achived high success in their careers. This is because Agnes promotes student research and ensures students are able to handle large papers and projects that they might experience later in their lives. The school doesn't have an honors program because it is assumed that any student able to get in is considered an honors student which is why the school's course work and grading scale is so rigorous.

Tips for prospective students

Make sure that you are on top of your game when it comes to getting work done on time. The semester may start off easy, especially for first year students, but it gets progressively harder as time goes on so students have to be time conscious and not leave work to the last minute.

In three sentences

A college that is accepting of students from every background possibly imaginable. The possibilities are endless for what you want to study with classes that include a variety of interests and programs allowing students to create their own majors if they want more than what Agnes Scott offers. With a beautiful campus and a close proximity to Atlanta, Agnes Scott packs a lot of punch for a small school.

Anndrekia from Marietta, GA

09/16/2013

Reviewer is A current student here.

1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
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Campus Safety

We may have an open campus, but our security is top notch. Public safety is always around and you need swipe key access for the dorms 24/7. Once campus centers and buildings are closed, the only way to get in is with your i.d.

Greek Life

No sororities.

Clubs and Activities

There's something for everybody.

Great for these types of students

It takes a special young woman to be here. These young women are usually hard working,

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

We've got Black Cat week which is our equivalent of homecoming. Freshman keep their mascots a secret from other classes 'til that week.

Bang for the buck

They really try to help diminish the cost as much as possible. Just keep your grades up and work hard. The financial aid packages are awesome.

What to do for fun

Agnes Scott actually has the perfect location for someone looking to have fun. We're right by the MARTA train station if you want to go a distance. But, Decatur square is super close, they're are great coffee places, fro-yo places and just regular restaurants.

Dallas from Mcdonough, GA

This school is great for students who are interested in Liberal Arts, Science and Mathematics, and Writing.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

One tradition we have is Black Cat week.Which is pretty much a week of partying.

Bang for the buck

You get total use of all the facilities on campus. The faculty and staff is very nice and helpful when you need them.

What to do for fun

There's always some activity or fun club meeting going on. So get involved but not too involved!!

Food and Dining

Food is really great. They have a dining hall where you get buffet style food and theres a grill where you can get wraps and sandwiches and fries. The dining hall sometimes runs out of food and dessert fast so get there early. The Mollies Grill has great curly fries though.

Dorm Life

I don't live on campus, but I'm always in the residence halls. Girls are really nice and friendly. The bathrooms are clean but some rooms have had problems with air conditioners.If you don't like community bathrooms then dorm life at Agnes is not for you.

Academic Rigor

There is good academic rigor. Classes are on a higher level with more discussions and papers. If you don't read you will be left behind.

Tips for prospective students

Look for scholarships!!! Stay on top of your game and do all your work.Don't break honor code.

In three sentences

Great college, like a big sorority.Love the women and the professors. The campus is also beautiful.

Asia from Snellville, GA

Agnes Scott Police is AMAZING! They go out of their way to make sure you feel safe at all times.

Great for these types of students

If you plan on working very hard during the week and reaping the rewards over the weekend, this school is perfect for you.

What to do for fun

You'll be less than fifteen minutes from downtown Atlanta. The social atmosphere is very large and exciting.

Food and Dining

The food is delicious, but it can become boring after awhile. Luckily, downtown Decatur has many different restaurants that are cheap.

Dorm Life

The dorm life is alright. The bathrooms can get nasty, but that's the only drawback. It's very exciting to live in dorms during the weekend, especially when a big event or party is coming. Everyone will be in the hallways, putting on makeup. Some females will be doing their friends hair (which was my role, as well as makeup). Overall, dorm life is what you make it.

Academic Rigor

As a freshman, I didn't struggle with the academics, but they were very challenging. Many days and nights, I had to hang out in the library to finish a paper or finish studying for an upcoming exam.

Tips for prospective students

Do not come to college, in general, with a complete mindset. Be open to different people and opportunities.

In three sentences

Not only is the campus beautiful, but so are the faculty, staff, and students. Here at Agnes Scott College, you will meet some of the greatest people. These people will turn into great friends, who ultimately push you into working ten times harder than you ever have before.

AgnesChica

07/24/2013

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

Our campus is small and is in Downtown Decatur, it is basically closed but people can just walk on campus and you will see people exercising on our grounds especially in the evening. There have been a few incidents off campus with robberies but for the most part our campus is very safe. Police are always at our big parties and security can get anywhere pretty fast considering the size of the school.

Greek Life

No Greek Life.

Great for these types of students

Anybody but you should definitely be open-minded

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Black Cat is like homecoming. People get crazy, there are class competitions and a semi-formal dance.

Bang for the buck

If you have great scholarships, this is a great school. If you don't have great scholarship definitely be smart about your decision and don't put yourself in hole of debt after graduation.

What to do for fun

There are always events put on by different student organizations. Even though it is a small school there are things that everyone will find enjoyable. Being in downtown Decatur there are plenty of restaurants and with the train so close you can get around Atlanta pretty well.

Food and Dining

Food is pretty good. Staff can be grumpy sometimes though.

Dorm Life

Community style bathrooms are not cool, The dorms could definitely be better compared to the other buildings. But the rooms are pretty big and juniors and seniors do have apartment options.

Academic Rigor

I am only going to be a sophomore but I have not had any really hard classes.

Tips for prospective students

Definitely think about how you are going to pay for this school. Get as many scholarships as you can.

In three sentences

Agnes Scott is a great place for young women to grow into themselves and open their minds. Students and staff are great here and make you feel welcome. If you have good scholarship, I definitely recommend coming.

Morgan

Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon.
Reviewer has been to campus.

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Campus Safety

Has to be on of the most secure campuses I've been on. The crime rate in the city of Decatur is low.

Bang for the buck

Agnes Scott has to have one of the best values for a Private Institution. Almost every one admitted receives some kind of financial aid.

Food and Dining

The food is delicious! When visiting, I had never eaten anything that I did not like from the cafeteria.

Dorm Life

Although Freshman have to stay in the community styled dorms, they're actually really nice. One of the advantages is that the dorms have walk-in closets. The bathrooms are clean and the dorm rooms are pretty big.

Academic Rigor

The courses are rigorous, but the professors are very helpful and the classes are small. This usually makes students feel comfortable about asking questions and seeking the help that is needed.

Tips for prospective students

Get to know your admissions counselor before you are even admitted to the school. They are very helpful and encouraging. Agnes Scott literally looks for the well-rounded student, so make sure you are versatile. Lastly, show leadership and dedication.

In three sentences

Agnes Scott College is a small liberal-arts women's college with a gorgeous campus! They truly care about their students, and strive to create leaders. I recommend this school for any young woman.

Courtney from Atlanta, GA

06/18/2013

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Black Cat Week is like our Homecoming Week at other colleges. It commences at 12am on Monday morning where each class decorates their respective floors with their class colors and ends with the Black Cat Formal Dance at the end of the week. Each class has opportunities everyday to earn points for their class. The class with the most points at the end of the week wins.

What to do for fun

Walking around Decatur Square can prove to be an adventure within itself.

In three sentences

Agnes Scott is a great all-women's college. Despite being a Christian (Presbyterian) college, it is very open and accepting of the LGBT community. The small size of the college allows for easier access and better relationship building between professors and students.

Dorms are a little old. And some of them do not have air conditioning.

Academic Rigor

The classes are definitely challenging, but if students focus they will be able to do well in school.

Tips for prospective students

1. Know who you are/want to be before you come to college. 2. Make friends from different social groups. 3. Become involved in campus activities!

In three sentences

Agnes Scott is a College where women can get a great education and truly focus on perusing majors which give a well rounded education due Agnes Scott being a liberal arts college. The college is full of all different types of people. So new students will easily find a group of people or niche to fit in with quickly.

Elly from LaGrange, GA

I always feel safe on campus. Luckily everything is very close together so even when I'm walking alone at night I do not feel unsafe.

Greek Life

As far as I'm aware, Agnes Scott doesn't offer any opportunities to join a sorority.

Clubs and Activities

There are so many different groups at Agnes it's insane. Most of them advertise themselves through emails so be sure to read them!

Great for these types of students

Agnes Scott is a safe environment for a variety of students.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

One tradition: girls who get engaged are thrown into a fountain by their friends.

What to do for fun

Take the MARTA to a movie theater or take a walk to Starbucks or to get frozen yogurt. There are also a lot of cool one of a kind shops within walking distance. The college itself also hosts parties, academic talks, and plenty of events with free food.

Food and Dining

The food at Agnes is a cut above most colleges. For the first month you will be incredibly impressed. Once the meals start to repeat, the glamour fades but the food is still very good. I personally love the salad bar and delicious desserts.

Dorm Life

Our RAs often put together little events for all of the floors of my dorm room to get together and watch movies or make Valentine's day cards. I often ran into friends in the halls and we would make spontaneous plans. Groups of girls sometimes gathered in the lobby on the first floor to chill on the couches and talk.

Academic Rigor

Agnes Scott's professors often require essays and a good bit of reading. If you keep up on the reading and visit the Center of Writing and Speaking to help you better yourself as a writer, you'll be fine at Agnes. From my experience, a healthy amount of effort has earned me A's.

Tips for prospective students

When you come to Agnes Scott, don't worry about getting lost--you will seldom be more than five minutes away from any class since the campus is pretty small. Don't be afraid to ask your teachers for help or advice when you're struggling with an assignment, even if you're simply having trouble finding the right way to start your essay. My professors have always been willing to help with even my smallest hang-ups. Thirdly, don't stress out if you don't make friends right away. My closest group of friends were girls I ended up living across from. During the first few weeks sit down at different tables during meals and be open to meeting new people--you will eventually meet people you click with! Don't be afraid to have fun with your elective classes either. Agnes Scott is very supportive of exploring all interests, so go ahead.

In three sentences

Agnes Scott has excellent professors that will respond to your emails within hours and always make time to speak to their students after class. The campus is one of the most beautiful across the country and the dorm rooms are homey. Agnes Scott is also conveniently located right outside of Atlanta so there's a wealth of things to do a MARTA ride's away.

Olivia from Pace, FL

Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon.
Reviewer has been to campus.

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Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Sophomore year you get your class ring. They also throw you in the pond if you get engaged.

What to do for fun

Go to Atlanta.

Dorm Life

They have an honor code, and no one has reported anything stolen in over 100 years.

In three sentences

It is an amazing college that produces amazing women. It is a tad pricy, but it is a private women's college with a fair amount of financial aid and scholarships available. This college builds strong, assertive women who are going to rule the world.

Amber from McDonough, GA

If you consider yourself politically liberal and environmentally conscious

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Black Cat Week is an exceptional week on campus in October where each class expresses its class pride. The week includes a concert, bonfire, parties, and even a formal dance,

Bang for the buck

Great Financial Aid! They definitely are willing to work with you.

What to do for fun

Its Atlanta! The possibilities are endless!

Tips for prospective students

Come to one of many campus tours and sit in on a class

In three sentences

Agnes Scott College offers an exceptional liberal arts education for young women. With the feel of small close knit community in a big city urban environment, Agnes Scott provides the best of both worlds.

Ashley from Georgia

It's almost too safe. We have a police force for a school that's only 100 acres... They do EVERYTHING they can to protect us, trust me.

Greek Life

There isn't any but we're all sisters anyway so its not needed. Want to go to a frat party? No worries. We're ALWAYS at ga tech.

Clubs and Activities

If you like something, there is a club for it. Scottie's honor.

Great for these types of students

Social girls, students who are above average, girls who are a little weird and those who are all of the above!

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

The campus is full of tradition from bell ringers to school hymms.

Bang for the buck

Totally worth it. Just... It's worth it. just apply. Apply and see how much they offer you.

What to do for fun

The school itself hosts many fun events, then we're right in downtown decatur which is pretty cute and we're ten minutes from atl so there's plenty to do.

Food and Dining

While it can be a little repetitive, it's so good.

Dorm Life

Once you find your niche, dorm life is great. Even if you rarely leave campus, you'll hae fun here. Plus visiting hours and policies are way better than that of other schools.

Academic Rigor

It's pretty challenging, this coming from a kid who took only honors and aps in high school. But it's very rewarding and worth the effort.

Tips for prospective students

Ignore that it's a women college, it's really not bad at all. Remember that they gives pretty great financial aid packages and that if you really wanna go to school with boys, there's always grad school.

In three sentences

It's very accepting and progressive. The campus is beautiful, the girls are great the teacher's are wonderful. There is plenty to do here if you're willing to look.

chanice from Loganville, GA

Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon.
Reviewer has been to campus.

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Campus Safety

I hear it's top-notch. Security on the scene at all times, and will walk you around campus if needed. You should be fine.

Clubs and Activities

There's plenty to choose. You'll fit in to at least one club or organization.

Great for these types of students

Those who want: a smaller size college to be near, but not in, the city tolerant of females wants to be challenged open to try new things/broaden horizons well-rounded all ethnic backgrounds intellectual

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

There's plenty that you learn from campus tours: jumping into fountains once you're engaged, Pancake Night, costume-wearing to support your year (every four years share the same color, also), etc.

Bang for the buck

Though on the pricy side, it's been to said to be worth attending. Lots of scholarships are available, so pricing drops to a more feasible price. Still more pricy than the average school. Prepare to look for jobs.

What to do for fun

Located near Atlanta, there's plenty to do. Many on-campus activities available.

Food and Dining

So far so good. There's varieties to choose from everyday. Food tastes good, mostly made fresh. Suitable to all types of eating habits.

Dorm Life

Known partially for it's large dorm room, Agnes provides basic furniture, but allows you to personalize to an extent. Dorm rooms mostly shared by about two people, some have for just one, also apartment complexes, and theme houses.

Academic Rigor

It's supposedly challenging, but not impossible.

Tips for prospective students

Apply early. Don't be afraid to call and ask for help. Stay organized.

In three sentences

It's an all-girl school, so it's private. It's located near a city. It's an accredited college to those who have heard of it.

Jordan from Atlanta, GA

03/21/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

2 out of 2 people found this review useful.
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Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Black Ring Mafia! Every year, the sophomore class has a ring ceremony that is well-known. They receive gold or silver rings with an engraved black panel with the graduating year. Once they receive the rings, they are officially apart of the Black Ring Mafia. This is how you can spot out any Alum of Agnes that you might run into.

Bang for the buck

Tuition is kind of high, but it's worth it. The campus is beautiful, the faculty is extremely helpful, and we have tons of activities and panels to participate in.

What to do for fun

Agnes always has some sort of activity to do. We have TGIF parties in the grill which include free food, drinks, and music. The programming board sends out emails and post flyers with the info. There aren't many clubs in the area, but Georgia Tech and Emory throw parties on the weekends. Having a car would be useful if you enjoy partying!

Food and Dining

The dining hall is better than most schools. We have plenty of vegetarian and vegan options. In addition, every week we have Fried Chicken Wednesdays! It's definitely the most popular day. We have a grill that is open until midnight on weekdays. They have great typical American food.

Dorm Life

The freshman dorms are pretty typical. You get a bed, desk, chair, bookshelf, and a dresser. The closet space is decent, and we have kitchens. You have to participate in a housing lottery for your sophomore, junior, and senior year which involves a fee. The upperclassmen dorms are very pretty and we offer apartments for students who don't mind coughing up an extra thousand dollars.

Academic Rigor

Agnes Scott will challenge your typical way of thinking. We have common courses that most schools offer, but we also have courses that are unusual. Agnes is a great option for students that enjoy challenging themselves.

Tips for prospective students

Don't let the College for Women motto discourage you. There aren't any men on campus, but we view ourselves as one, huge sorority. As we say, It's not a girl's college without men, It's a women's college without boys!

In three sentences

Agnes Scott is a great place to find yourself. The College offers a lot of liberal majors and is very community oriented.

Melanie from Brooks, GA

03/13/2012

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Greek Life

we are one big sisterhood :)

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

we have black cat, which is a whole week in october that started a long time ago because of a prank. on sunday at midnight, students rush the quad and decorate it with props of their class color. each class has a party day where they decorate the dining hall for dinner. on thursday we have bonfire where all the classes dress up in their class color and sing songs that we made up to our sister class. friday is junior production where the junior class puts on a show. saturday is the black cat formal which is held at a classy location.

What to do for fun

programming board does a great job planning events for the campus. georgia tech and georgia state are also very close.

Food and Dining

the dining staff does a tremendous job. the food is great and they're open to suggestions.

Dorm Life

dorm life isn't too bad but it isn't anything to really brag about. the most enjoyable part is getting to know new people.

Academic Rigor

academically, agnes scott is very challenging. the professors push students very hard because they know agnes scott women are capable of accomplishing many things.

Tips for prospective students

come to agnes scott with an open mind, so much can be learned about others from doing this. know how to manage your time wisely! be able to speak your mind. call the first year students first- years instead of freshman talk to current students about their experiences.

In three sentences

agnes scott is a great school for those who are wishing to continue their education after college. this school has the type of environment that will accept you no matter what. all in all, you will feel like a well rounded, independent woman for attending agnes scott college.

Alexaundra from Roswell, GA

we have an excellent public safety team on campus, and while i have never needed them, i am positive that if i did, they would be there.

Greek Life

none. agnes believes that greek life would separate the student body.

Clubs and Activities

there are so many clubs to join and so many activities to participate in. from the anime club to the gaming club, to the daughters of gaia.

Great for these types of students

active learners, open minded observers, people who love to laugh and experience new things.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

black cat! a week long celebration of sorts.

Bang for the buck

this school is expensive, but it is absolutely worth it. it is glbtq-friendly, and the educational experience inside and outside of the classroom is unparalleled. there are also many clubs to be a part of, and all kinds of religious events on campus.

What to do for fun

go into the city, ride the train into atlanta, sunbathe on the quad.

Food and Dining

the food here is acceptable, but not really spectacular. when i can, i go off campus to eat.

Dorm Life

the dorms are a good size compared to other schools, but some buildings don't have a/c.

Academic Rigor

the classes are tough. most of them, anyway. because the class size is so small (13-20) students on average, the professors have the freedom to be thorough with their instruction, but on the same token, the professors will help you out if you need them to.

Tips for prospective students

be yourself. come prepared for strenuous classes. don't be afraid to participate in activities on campus. this is not a party school.

In three sentences

this school has a diverse student body and diverse fields of study. the class size is small, so you have easy access to your professors. all in all, the school has a friendly, open feel to it.

Jeannette from Newnan, GA

Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon.
Reviewer has been to campus.

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Food and Dining

they have relatively inexpensive on-campus food with a good variety of items.

Academic Rigor

from what i've heard from attending students the academics are challenging but interesting.

In three sentences

the campus is beautiful and so are the people who are all unique women pursuing various goals. the counselors take the time to talk to prospective students and make sure their programs are right for you. it's very easy to fall in love with this school.

Cadence from San Diego, CA

The campus is extremely safe. The crime rate is low. Our officers do a very good job.

Greek Life

Agnes Scott does not engage in Greek life.

Clubs and Activities

There are a number of clubs and activities for everybody's liking.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Since we don't have a football team our homecoming week called Black Cat is a fun-filled experience. Another tradition is sophomore family week where the sophomores get rings showing that they've made it thus far.

Bang for the buck

Although Agnes Scott is expensive I could not imagine myself at any other school. It is definitely worth the money.

What to do for fun

With many clubs and organizations there is always something going on, on campus.

Food and Dining

I often hear that the food is better then that of other schools. There are options for vegetarians and others with special food needs. It also tastes delicious.

Dorm Life

The dorms are nice. Some people don't like the community style but the dorms are close to everything on campus. There are options such as double and single. Residence life is amazing.

Academic Rigor

Agnes Scott is very big in academics. While the classes are challenging they are definitely doable.

Tips for prospective students

Take advantage of the alternative options to submitting SAT scores. Set up a visit to the school at some point in time.

In three sentences

Agnes Scott has an amazing atmosphere. The campus is beautiful. I give Agnes Scott an 8.

Kimberly from Marietta, GA

11/07/2011

Reviewer is A current student here.

3 out of 3 people found this review useful.
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Great for these types of students

Anyone looking for a new and unique experience. I would have never considered an all-women college before, but I hardly notice the lack of male students. If you need to party, there are always GA Tech boys and parties. As for the campus, it is just enjoyable and peaceful.

Tips for prospective students

Don't stress out and enjoy your time here. Come visit. Before I came here to look around, I had my heart set on another school, and I was definitely going to go there, but when I set foot on Agnes Scott, the cool breeze rustling through the trees and the sight of actual grass made me fall in love with this campus, and I'm sure it'll take your breath away too.

Bang for the buck

It is a liberal arts school, so not much on the science bits, but it does have a wide range of subjects to study. It's expensive, because they take very good care of the grass and have high-tech study rooms that students can use. They make us feel comfortable and feel like a student, rather than a number on paper.

Am enjoying being here

I sincerely wish that I lived further away from Agnes Scott, so my parents would require me to go home every weekend. There are a lot of things to do, needless to say, and there is at least a fun event or two going on every month. Black Cat week was amazing, and I'm sure you prospectives will think the same when you come to it.

Am learning a lot

The first-year seminars are very informative. I never thought I would look at food this way. There are a lot of different FYS topics offered for first-years in order to expand the way we think and promote the way we write. The wide range of classes offered is just amazing. All of the professors are nice, and the workload is never too much.

Mercedez from San Diego, CA

06/28/2011

Reviewer is A current student here.

1 out of 1 people found this review useful.
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Great for these types of students

I was looking for a diverse school, one that has a strong study abroad program, and access to the city. Because of the size of the school, I know most everyone or know of them--which I think is comforting. If anything ever happens, I know a handful of students who can help as well as deans and professors. I didn't want a school with huge lecture halls and being seen as a number. Most of the classes here are under 20 people and discussion based which I love. 30 people in a class is huge here and typically is only for introductory classes. After the intro classes, classes can be as small as 8 people!

Tips for prospective students

I do recommend visiting. I actually visited one day just because I didn't want to go to school and I fell in love with it. I love the traditions we have, the interesting class selections and the diversity of the campus (its unbelievably diverse). You learn a lot just while being on campus surrounded by people with so many different values and beliefs--you learn to be more accepting and respectful of others.

Bang for the buck

While the Agnes tuition may seem a bit much, the Financial Aid office is great about giving scholarships. Agnes ended up costing about the same as the other schools I was applying to (after the scholarships).

Am enjoying being here

Agnes is located just 10 minutes from Atlanta, so its not uncommon for us to go spend our weekend over there but Decatur also has a lot to offer. Agnes is also really good about the events we have on campus, whether its a block party, cultural events or guest speakers. And I also feel very safe on campus (which is beautiful; it kind of has a Harry Potter feel to it).

Am learning a lot

At Agnes, we can take any class from any department regardless of our major (as long as we have pre-requisites). I have a friend at UGA who is a business major and over there they will not allow her to take any art classes! Also, for most of our assignment at Agnes we get to choose our own topics of interest so it makes the work more exciting.

Kristina from Thonotosassa, FL

Women (of course!) Girls who know how to balance school work and free time. Because you will have to put in some hard work and you need to know how to take a break.

Tips for prospective students

VISIT!!! Visit the campus, especially if you are undecided! Talk to students (we are all on facebook and would love to chat). But do your homework, are you sure you want a women's college? Is it to close to/too far from home? If there is a program you are interested in talk to a professor. Don't be afraid to ask questions!

Bang for the buck

Agnes really is worth the money you may (or may not) pay. For the most part the Financial Aid office is really generous and helpful. I don't know anyone who didn't get some form of help, be it merit or need. Because of the quality of the education and the reputation at Agnes, your degree can really take you places, be it grad school or the workforce.

Am enjoying being here

I absolutely love Agnes!! At first I wasn't sure about an all women's college but it was a great choice for me. The campus is beautiful, the dorms are amazing, the people are fantastic and it seems that everyone is happy to be there. There are lots of activities off and on campus so you never have to be bored. Having Atlanta so close is really great; there is never a lack of stores, restaurants, and attractions!

Am learning a lot

I have never been exposed to so much information in one academic year! Because of the distributional requirements you are exposed to a multitude of subjects and you learn a little bit of everything. My first year, I took classes in History, Biology, Math, Spanish, English, and Political Science. All the professors really know their subjects and are excited to teach. Its impossible to not learn something interesting everyday!

Grace from Bellevue, WA

07/16/2009

Reviewer is Researching this school.
Reviewer has not been to campus.

5 out of 9 people found this review useful.
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Great for these types of students

This women's college will make everyone in the campus feel welcome and enjoy the faulty and social life. Once the female students step in the campus and touring around the school they will feel right at home.

Tips for prospective students

More comfortable space, because it's a women's college that every women will feel comfortable and enjoy around the school. The academics are excellent! The faulty encourages the students to succeed.

Bang for the buck

I will do anything to go a women's college whether my family is poor or not, because i don't like the environment I've been experience here at Bellevue and going to the female school is my biggest dream than any other of my dreams.

Will enjoy being here

I always wanted to go a women's college when i grow ever since and i know my experiences will change more than I have at my school experiences here. Plus, I saw the video in the website that holds loads of information that made me realized that this kind of college would be the perfect college for me till I graduate from high school.

Will learn a lot

I saw the academics in the website and there's a lot of departments that i really want to study. The departments that I've chosen will encourage me to do my best and take good notes on in class, everyday.

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